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    Matalian (en. Agency)

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    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The state of being able to act or make decisions.
    Young people should be encouraged to assert their agency in career decisions.
    Ang mga kabataan ay dapat bigyang-diin ang kanilang matalian sa mga desisyon sa kanilang karera.
    The ability to interact and influence events in life.
    The agency of citizens is vital in the democratic process.
    Ang matalian ng mga mamamayan ay mahalaga sa demokratikong proseso.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be agency
    to be creative or have the ability to make decisions
    maging matalian

    Related Words

    power
    The ability or strength to cause an effect.
    kapangyarihan

    Slang Meanings

    Sturdy or tight
    Wow, this chain is so matalian, it won't come off no matter what!
    Grabe, ang matalian ng kadena na 'to, hindi maaalis kahit anong gawin!
    Serious or strict (in tone and style)
    Why are you always like that when you answer? You seem so matalian all the time!
    Bakit ganyan ka kung sumagot? Parang ang matalian mo lagi!
    Tough
    No one can match him, he's so matalian in the fight.
    Walang makakatapat sa kanya, sobrang matalian siya sa laban.